But there is no space to celebrate when members of our community are being attacked, brutalized, and murdered at the hands of white supremacy, racist government inaction, and police violence.

Pride is taking a knee against police brutality, like the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis.

We cannot acknowledge Pride Month without standing up for those in our community who are impacted by the brunt of systemic racism in America.

The LGBTQ+ rights movement started when transgender and queer women of color fought on the frontlines against the police raiding of the Stonewall Inn in 1969 — the first celebration of Pride was on the backs of POC.

The Lesbians Who Tech & Allies is team is shifting its (Not IRL) Pride Summit focus to address racism, solidarity, and amplifying Black voices within the LGBTQ+ community.